Gardner-Webb students benefit from small classes with an average 13-to-1 student-faculty ratio, individualized instruction, and professors who are committed to helping foster personal and professional success.

Originally founded in 1905 as Boiling Springs High School, Gardner-Webb has steadily grown its academic programs, student body, physical campus, and community relationships to become a nationally-recognized leader in Christian higher education.

From academic support services to on-campus concerts and events, Gardner-Webb provides a variety of activities that broaden the collegiate experience and balance academics with vibrant student life opportunities.

Home to the Runnin' Bulldogs, Gardner-Webb gives student-athletes a complete college experience with an emphasis on academic enrichment and an opportunity to compete in one of 22 NCAA Division I sports.

Spiritual formation plays an integral role at Gardner-Webb University. Student-led worship services are offered each week, while the Dimensions program offers attendees opportunities for spiritual growth as part of the required curriculum.

Gardner-Webb stands on the threshold of our next great chapter, one your generosity will help write. Together we will propel the University toward an exciting future as one of the nation’s preeminent Christian universities.

Office of Retention

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Mission

It is our department’s mission to assist traditional undergraduate students by utilizing university resources and researched best practices. We guide students in developing personalized academic success plans, an understanding of their financial aid awards and funding options, and general success strategies that lead to completion of their educational goal. It is our hope that we support our students in a way that encourages positive growth academically, socially, and spiritually. In doing so, we also support community stakeholders (students, parents, alumni, community, faculty, administration, and staff) of the university, through efforts toward improvement of our retention and graduation rates.

We are available to meet with students and/or parents to discuss and work towards the resolution of any issue you may be dealing with that is making success difficult. Call, email, or drop by our office at your convenience and let us help you move forward. retention@gardner-webb.edu